If you have never been to the John F. Kennedy Space Center in Florida, it is definitely something you should plan on doing while in Florida. While in Orlando in May of 1999, we visited the complex and has left a lasting impression.
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Information
Address:
855.433.4210
Hours:
Daily 10 am – 4 pm
Included with Admission
- Heroes and Legends featuring the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame®
- Rocket Garden
- Nature and Technology
- Space Shuttle Atlantis ® with Shuttle Launch Experience®
- NASA Now
- Journey to Mars: Explorers Wanted
- Universe Theater
- IMAX Theater
- Children’s Play Dome
- Character appearances
- Additional photo opportunities located in the Atlantis West Pavilion.
In addition to these attractions, a complimentary admission ticket valid for use beginning January 1, 2021 through December 25, 2021 is included with this ticket
For guests health and safety, the following attractions are unavailable and not included with admission:
- KSC Bus Tour including the Apollo/Saturn V Center
- Dine With An Astronaut and astronaut appearances
- Special Interest Tours
- Overnight Adventures
- Astronaut Training Experience® and Mars Base 1
Prices:
Daily Admission
Admission allows you to experience the main visitor complex today and explore even more in 2021 with a complimentary admission ticket valid beginning January 1, 2021.
Adult (12+) $57
Child (3-11) $47
Multiday Admission
Enjoy a year of visits to the visitor complex and explore attractions including Space Shuttle Atlantis, Journey to Mars: Explorers Wanted and the Rocket Garden.
Adult (12+) $82
Child (3-11) $67
ATLANTIS ANNUAL PASS
Enjoy a year of unlimited admission, including free parking, 10% off admission for up to six accompanying guests per visit, and discounts on food and retail.
Adult (12+) $96
Child (3-11) $78
EXPLORER ANNUAL PASS
Child (3-11) $116
DIRECTIONS
New entrance is open on Monday, 12/17/18. Entrance is located on Space Commerce Way: specific driving directions below. Please note: the former entrance to the visitor complex is now for crewmembers and deliveries only.
From Cocoa Beach on State Road 528
Travel north on A1A to SR 528 west. Take exit # 49 for SR 3 toward Merritt Island/Kennedy Space Center. Turn right/north onto SR 3 and continue north for approximately 8 miles/13 km. Turn left/west onto Space Commerce Way and go approximately 1.5 miles/2.4 km. Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is located on the right.
From Orlando on State Road 50
From Orlando, travel east on SR 50 for approximately 50 miles/80 km. Passing I-95, turn right/east at the next intersection onto SR 405 and follow signs for approximately 10 miles/16 km. Turn right onto Space Commerce Way and go approximately 1.2 miles/2 km. Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is located on the left.
From Orlando on State Road 528
From Orlando, travel east on SR 528 for approximately 50 miles/80 km to SR 407 exit on left for Kennedy Space Center and Titusville. Continue on SR 407 to end at SR 405. Turn right/east onto SR 405 and follow signs for Kennedy Space Center for approximately 7.5 miles/12 km on SR 405. Turn right onto Space Commerce Way and go approximately 1.2 miles/2 km. Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is located on the left.
From Daytona Beach on Interstate 95
Travel I-95 South to Exit #215 onto Highway 50. Turn left/east onto Highway 50. Take a right onto SR 405 and continue straight, following signs for Kennedy Space Center. Travel for approximately 10 miles/16 km. Turn right onto Space Commerce Way and go approximately 1.2 miles/2 km. Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is located on the left.
From Miami on Interstate 95
Travel I-95 North to Exit #212 SR 407, and turn right on SR 407. Continue on SR 407 to end at SR 405. Turn right/east onto SR 405 and follow signs for Kennedy Space Center for approximately 7.5 miles/12 km on SR 405. Turn right onto Space Commerce Way and go approximately 1.2 miles/2 km. Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is located on the left.
GPS Coordinates
28o30’56.0″N and 80o40’54″W. Locate with GPS devices as Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Do not use Kennedy Space Center as you will be directed to an incorrect location.
PARKING
The visitor complex parking lot accommodates motorcycles, automobiles and oversized vehicles such as RVs. Parking fees are collected at the entrance to the lot. Parking for visitors with disabilities is available in Lot 2 with valid parking permit. Drivers are also welcome to drop off and pick up visitors in Lot 2. Annual passholders receive complimentary parking with valid pass. Multiday ticket holders also receive one complimentary parking voucher. Parking is accessible 30 minutes before complex opening.
Rates
- Motorcycles – $5.00
- Automobiles – $10.00
- Oversized vehicles, motor homes or RVs – $15.00
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